COLORADO SPRINGS - USA Weightlifting is excited to share that new Elite Education course offerings are coming in 2025! The courses are designed to enhance the skills of coaches, athletes, and fitness professionals and offer targeted education to address critical aspects of weightlifting and athletic performance. The first three courses—the Behavior Change Specialist course, Strategic Goal Setting Specialist course, and the Performance Recovery Specialist course—are now live.
“At USA Weightlifting, we are committed to supporting coaches at every level of their career, providing them with the skills they need to develop athletes and elevate performance," said Dr. Anna Swisher, USAW Director of Coach Development and Sport Science. “These courses are an exciting step forward in our mission to ensure coaches and athletes have access to the best resources available. Course takers will have the unique opportunity to access proven tools that have helped develop top-tier athletes and elevate performance across all levels of sport.”
Each Elite Education course will help individuals improve in different lanes of athlete readiness. The Behavior Change Specialist course is tailored to help coaches and athletes foster positive behavioral transformations that can lead to sustained improvements in performance. The Strategic Goal Setting Specialist course provides an in-depth look at how to set, monitor, and achieve athletic goals effectively. The Performance Recovery Specialist course will help you discover how to holistically manage fatigue and unlock athletes’ true potential.
Elite Education specialty courses are full of real-world case studies to help you clearly put your new skills into practice. The interactive, self-paced online courses open to anyone, anywhere in the world. Course participants can earn valuable CEUs/CECs from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
EARLY ACCESS DISCOUNT: For a limited time, USAW is offering $150 off all Elite Education courses. Use code ELITE150 at checkout when you register.
How These Courses Can Elevate You As A Coach
These new specialist certificate courses by USA Weightlifting are designed to elevate the standard of coaching and athlete support within the sport. By addressing behavior change, goal setting, and performance recovery, these courses will provide learners with a well-rounded education that goes beyond traditional weightlifting techniques. Coaches who complete these courses will be better prepared to develop athletes who are not only physically strong, but also mentally resilient and strategically focused.
USA Weightlifting's new Elite Education certification offerings are a valuable addition to the resources available for coaches and athletes. These courses empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in the dynamic and demanding world of weightlifting. Whether you're looking to enhance your coaching credentials or improve your personal performance, these courses offer a pathway to achieving your goals and unlocking your full potential in the sport. Read the full course details below.
Behavior Change Specialist Course
The course covers essential topics such as goal setting, habit formation, motivational strategies, and overcoming obstacles, empowering coaches to facilitate lasting behavior change. By incorporating proven behavioral science principles, you will learn how to create personalized, client-centered approaches that drive real, lasting results.
Gain the confidence and expertise to support clients in navigating challenges, building consistency, and adopting healthier habits that last a lifetime.
For more information, or to enroll, visit here.
Strategic Goal Setting Specialist Course
The Strategic Goal Setting Specialist Course helps coaches build stronger, more effective relationships with their athletes. Master strategies for setting personalized, impactful goals that drive performance at all levels. This course combines the latest research with real-world case studies, giving you the tools to you need to end the frustrations of unrealized goals and loss of belief in the power to change. Great performance begins with a strong vision that is the result of a collaborative, thoughtful, and realistic goal setting process.
For more information, or to enroll, visit here.
Performance Recovery Specialist
The cutting-edge Performance Recovery Specialist course is packed with strategies utilized by Olympians and World Champions. Learn proven techniques to recover faster, reduce the risk of burnout, and perform at your best. Build on recovery fundamentals such as relaxation, nutrition, sleep and find what you are missing to boost your performance.
For more information, or to enroll, visit here.